Animal Ordinances in Dublin, OH (2026)
7 verified animal ordinances for Dublin, Ohio, sourced directly from the municipal code and official government pages.
Verified from official government sources
Chickens & Livestock
Dublin may permit backyard chickens with limits on flock size and setbacks. Roosters typically banned in residential zones. Livestock restricted by zoning.
Dublin Chickens & Livestock Rules
Some RestrictionsDog Leash Laws
Dublin requires dogs to be leashed or under reasonable control at all times off the owner's property under ORC 955.22 and Dublin Code Ch. 618. Off-leash only permitted at Dublin Dog Park (Darree Fields).
Animals: Dog Leash Laws
Some RestrictionsOhio Rev. Code Section 955.22 (Dogs Running at Large; Confinement; Leash)
(A) As used in this section and sections 955.11 , 955.23 , and 955.24 of the Revised Code: (1) "Vicious dog act" means one of the following actions committed by a dog without provocation, other than by a police dog that is being used to assist one or more law enforcement officers in the performance of their official duties: (a) The killing of any person; (b) Causing serious injury to any person...
Breed Restrictions
Dublin has no breed-specific legislation. Ohio repealed statewide BSL in 2012 (HB 14), and Dublin follows behavior-based dangerous-dog determinations under ORC 955.11.
Animals: Breed Restrictions
Few RestrictionsOhio Rev. Code Section 955.11 (Dog Definitions - Dangerous, Vicious, Nuisance)
(A) Upon the transfer of ownership of any dog, the seller of the dog shall give the buyer a transfer of ownership certificate that shall be signed by the seller. The certificate shall contain the registration number of the dog, the name of the seller, and a brief description of the dog. Blank forms of the certificate may be obtained from the county auditor. A transfer of ownership shall be reco...
Beekeeping
Beekeeping is permitted in Dublin residential zones with setback requirements. Hives must comply with ORC 909 (Ohio apiary law) and register with Ohio Department of Agriculture annually.
Animals: Beekeeping
Some RestrictionsOhio Rev. Code Section 909.02 (Apiary Registration)
Any person owning or possessing bees shall on or before the first day of June of each year, or thereafter within thirty days after coming into ownership or possession of bees, or upon moving bees into this state from outside the state, file with the director of agriculture an application for registration setting forth the exact location of the person's apiaries and such other information as is ...
Exotic Pets
Ohio prohibits most dangerous wild animals under ORC 935 (Dangerous Wild Animal Act). Dublin follows state law; big cats, bears, primates, and venomous snakes are banned.
Animals: Exotic Pets
Heavy RestrictionsWildlife Feeding
Dublin prohibits feeding of deer and waterfowl (geese) in parks and public spaces. Intentional wildlife feeding attracting nuisance animals can be cited as a public nuisance.
Animals: Wildlife Feeding
Some RestrictionsPet Limits
Dublin limits households to a reasonable number of dogs and cats, typically 3 dogs per residence under zoning nuisance provisions. Kennels require commercial licensing and zoning approval.
Animals: Pet Limits
Some RestrictionsLooking for Franklin County county-wide rules?
County ordinances apply to unincorporated areas and may supplement Dublin city rules.
Animal Ordinances in Franklin County →